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Why earths oceans have tides?
If we did not have the moon, there would be no waves.
What caues the oceans waves and tides?
Movement and proximity of the moon
What does the moon cause on the earth?
it's gravity disturbs the oceans. can cause giant waves.
What might the oceans be like if there were no tides?
Simple. The would be no big waves and no surfing!
What type of energy comes from the effect of the Moon's graviy on the oceans?
Tidal energy is the type of energy that comes from the effect of the Moon's gravity on the oceans. Tidal energy is harnessed using tidal power generators to convert the energy from the tides into electricity.
What is the water in the oceans pulled by?
As far as tides it is th pull of the moon's gravity, but waves can be caused by wind.
Does the moon do anything else but brighten up the sky?
Yes. The moon's gravity pulls on the oceans in order to make tides and waves.
Would there still be waves if there wasn't a moon?
Yes. The creation of waves is unrelated to the Moon. What the Moon creates is tides.
How many waves are in one day?
There are typically two high tides and two low tides in one day, resulting in four waves. This pattern is due to the gravitational pull of the moon and sun on Earth's oceans causing the water to bulge and recede.
Why are there waves in the sea but not in rivers?
Lakes are too small to experience tidal forces, which are caused by the Moon and Sun's gravitational pull on the Earth. Rivers flow downhill under the influence of Earth's gravity which is much closer than the Moon or Sun, and any tidal effects are indistinguishable. However, rivers which lead to the oceans are affected by tides, as ocean water rushes in to the mouth or estuary of the river.
How is a tide like a wave?
Tides and waves are both caused by the gravitational pull of the moon and sun on Earth's oceans. Tides are long-period waves that move steadily across the ocean surface, while waves are shorter-period oscillations that move through the water in a more localized manner. Both tides and waves are influenced by the forces of gravity and serve important roles in shaping coastal areas and ecosystems.
What governs the tides?
The gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun on Earth's oceans govern the tides. The Moon's gravitational force has a greater effect because it is closer to Earth. The position and alignment of the Earth, Moon, and Sun determine the type and height of tides.
